Hey there! I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team. Today, I’m super excited to show you how to transform a dollar store Halloween fascinator using the Mini Bowdabra! This is a fun way to level up your Halloween style without breaking the bank. So, let’s grab our supplies and dive into this creative project that’s sure to make your costume pop!
1.5” wide grosgrain ribbon of choice, pre-dovetailed and cut into 4 different strip sizes: 9”, 8” and 12”
10”-12” pre-dovetailed 1.5” wide burlap, remove any wires
4”-6” long piece of 7/8” wide ribbon
Hot glue
First, cut a piece of Bowdabra bow wire. Then, fold it in half and insert it into the Mini Bowdabra. You will have a loop on one side and two loose wires on the other side. This will serve as your slipknot. Tuck the ends under to stay out of the way while you are making your bow.
Next, Pre-dovetail the various pieces of ribbon and remove the wire from the ribbon. find the center of a piece of ribbon, and scrunch it into the Mini Bowdabra. Repeat this step with two more ribbon strips.
Now, take the longest piece of ribbon, find the center, and place it right-side down into the Mini Bowdabra. Next, bring one end over to make a loop and repeat with the other end.
Scrunch down with the Bowdabra wand. To finish, place the narrowest piece of ribbon in the Mini Bowdabra right side down and bring each end over to create the bow. Scrunch everything down with the Bowdabra wand.
Insert the loose wires through the loop and pull tight while the bow is still in the Bowdabra. Then, remove the bow from the Bowdabra, separate the ends, turn to the back, and tie a knot. Tie a double knot for extra security.
Cut off the excess bow wire and fluff and shape the bow. To finish, you some hot glue to attach the bow to the Halloween fascinator.
What an amazing and easy way to upgrade a Dollar Store Halloween fascinator!
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